01/14/2026
Beautiful Aloka - Dog of Peace. I am sorry I won't see him with the Monks today in Charlotte but am happy that he is recovering well. π
π Many of us already know that our beloved Aloka the Peace Dog has a beautiful heart-shaped marking on his foreheadβa natural symbol of love, compassion, and loving-kindness that has touched so many hearts.
Recently, some of our wonderful followers have shared with us an observation that warmed our hearts: they noticed that Alokaβs tail appears to form the shape of the letter βPββas in Peace!
We were so touched by this observation. Loving-kindness and heart leading on his head, peace following with his tail. How beautiful is that?
Whether this is a meaningful sign or simply a sweet coincidence, we find it wonderfully fitting for the Peace Dog who has walked thousands of miles carrying this message alongside the venerable monks.
Loving-kindness leads. Peace follows. Aloka truly embodies everything this walk represents.
Thank you for sharing this observation with us. These are the kinds of beautiful details that make this journey even more special.
May you and all beings be well, happy and at peace. π